Asclepias verticillata

Whorled Milkweed (Asclepias verticillata) is a slender, perennial wildflower known for its narrow, whorled leaves and clusters of small, white flowers that bloom from mid to late summer. This milkweed typically grows 1 to 3 feet tall and spreads by rhizomes, forming loose colonies. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers dry, well-drained soils, making it well-suited for prairies, open woods, and roadsides. Whorled Milkweed is drought-tolerant and requires low water once established, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and native plant gardens. It is also an important host plant for Monarch butterfly caterpillars and attracts a variety of pollinators.

Native range

Eastern & Central United StatesNative here

Bloom time

June – September

Garden location

West Driveway Bed